Glaring at him with a frown, I met his gaze without backing down. "Excuse me, Mr. Quinn? I understand you're trying to protect the one you care about, but shouldn't you be looking for the truth instead of pointing fingers? Ms. Larson was the one who came at me first. I only defended myself."
Rebecca didn't miss a beat. Tears quickly filled her eyes as she slipped back into that fragile tone she always used. "Stop lying, Scarlett! You were the one who threatened me, saying I wouldn't be allowed near Ash again. You pushed me because I refused your ridiculous demand!"
Ashton stood there with a deep crease between his brows, his patience thinning, though his voice stayed controlled. "That's enough for today. I've already handled the paperwork for Macy's admission."
He turned slightly, giving Joe an order without raising his voice. "This isn't the time to escalate things. Stay by the ER entrance and report to me if anything changes."
